Part-time Substitute Teacher - Garland, TX

Kokua Education•Garland, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kokua Education is hiring part-time substitute teachers in Garland and the surrounding Dallas area for the 2026–27 school year. Substitute teachers work in K–12 schools, covering classroom assignments and supporting students. They may set their own schedule and work up to five days per week, choosing from available teaching assignments. The role can also involve lunch and recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and test proctoring. Pay is up to $142 per day, paid weekly. Candidates with an associate degree or at least 48 college credit hours earn $120 per day for daily assignments and $135 per day for long-term assignments. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or higher earn $126 per day for daily assignments and $142 per day for long-term assignments. Employment is paid via W-2. Background-check costs are reimbursed after 10 assignments. Kokua offers daily support from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., and substitute teaching may provide a path to permanent roles at high-performing K–12 schools.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working with children in any setting, such as a classroom, tutoring, or coaching.
At least 48 college credit hours completed.
Confidence managing a classroom of students.
Willingness to step in where needed, including supervision, tutoring, and test proctoring.
Pass state and federal background checks.
Include relevant experience working with students on the resume.

Responsibilities

Cover teaching assignments and lesson plans at K–12 schools.
Manage a classroom of students.
Provide support where needed, including lunch and recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and test proctoring during testing season.
Serve as a positive role model and help foster students’ love of learning.